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What is an Event MC or Moderator's Role at an Event?
Whether their role is to present performers, tell anecdotes to the audience, or maintain the pace of the evening, a good MC keeps an audience engaged and an event alive. Similarly, moderators are tasked with maintaining dialogue flow, enforcing any rules of a debate or panel, and ensuring that all parties are able to share their thoughts. They must be knowledgeable in the subject matter, quick thinking, and have the ability to maintain a calm, neutral personality.
Acting as an MC or moderator is another way APB speakers help create memorable, well executed programs. Do you need to set the tone for a thought provoking debate, or do you need someone to get the audience laughing and engaged for a night of performance? No matter the case, you can rest assured that the speakers we recommend to fit your needs are experienced in stimulating attendees and skilled in guiding the direction of an event.
Featured Speakers: MC / Moderator
At APB, we’ve got some of the best and most experienced MCs and moderators in the business. Featured APB speakers include legendary CBS anchorman Dan Rather; noted PBS and NPR journalist, Maria Hinojosa; and author, columnist, FoxNews personality, and host of CNN’s State of the Union, Juan Williams.
MC / Moderator: News & Media
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Dan Rather
Renowned Broadcast JournalistFor decades, Rather was the face of the news as CBS News anchorman and reporter, delivering audiences the most defining moments in our recent history. He continues to call them as he sees them as a keynote speaker on media and national issues, and as the host of Dan Rather Reports on HD Net. As a speaker, his breadth of experience in news and politics and characteristic folksy wit always leave the audience informed, awed, and entertained.
Request Speaker's Availability & Fee MC / Moderator: National Affairs
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Maria Hinojosa
Emmy-Winning JournalistFor 25 years, Maria Hinojosa has helped tell America's untold stories, many around themes of diversity and the cultural richness of the American experience. She is the anchor and editor of NPR's "Latino USA," a reporter for PBS's Frontline, and anchor of the Emmy-winning talk show One-on-One.
Request Speaker's Availability & Fee MC / Moderator: Diversity Issues
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Juan Williams
Award-Winning JournalistA prize-winning columnist and former editorial writer for The Washington Post, Juan Williams is also a Fox News correspondent and a keynote speaker on issues including diversity, ethics, leadership, media and national issues. There are few voices as clear and intelligent on the power of diversity within today's business, political and cultural climates.
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John King
Journalist / News AnchorJohn King is the anchor of CNN's John King, USA. On the air and in his speaking engagements, King offers in-depth analysis, discussion and commentary on a blend of politics, national and world affairs,and social, cultural and media trends.
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